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Blue · Petrol · 2007 · 1,397 cc

LB57 LAUMOT history

LB57 LAU is a blue petrol MINI first used on 1 Sept 2007. Its MOT expired on 17 Apr 2024 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 98,262 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Apr 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Apr 2024
Mileage
98,262 mi
At MOT on 18 Apr 2023
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,523 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB57 LAU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,397 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
1 Sept 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
18 Apr 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB57 LAU was last recorded at 98,262 miles on 18 Apr 2023, 6,024 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,238 miles · 28 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
6,024 miles
Average per year
5,523 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 98,262 miles
  • 2022 – 92,238 miles
  • 2021 – 89,642 miles
  • 2019 – 86,524 miles
  • 2018 – 80,502 miles
  • 2017 – 76,316 miles
  • 2016 – 69,016 miles
  • 2015 – 65,009 miles
  • 2014 – 55,497 miles
  • 2013 – 48,884 miles
  • 2012 – 44,597 miles
  • 2011 – 39,153 miles
  • 2010 – 28,330 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,262 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute

    Minor4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

19 tests since 19 Aug 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,262 miles (+6,024)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    98,262 miles
    Test number
    260131783944
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass92,238 miles (+86)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    92,238 miles
    Test number
    504359842668
    • MinorAll direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail92,152 miles (+2,510)2 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,152 miles
    Test number
    316418255706
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective Seal perished (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorAll direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass89,642 miles (+49)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    89,642 miles
    Test number
    207175636801
    • MinorAll direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chips (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished, but not excessive
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail89,593 miles (+3,069)6 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,593 miles
    Test number
    969430570337
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding Wheel bearing not tested due to binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorSpeedometer clearly inoperative stuck at 60mph during test (7.8 (b) (ii))
    • MinorAll direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chips (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront brakes draging slightly
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished, but not excessive
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass86,524 miles (+6,022)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    86,524 miles
    Test number
    240488390257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass80,502 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    80,502 miles
    Test number
    604654849040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail80,502 miles (+4,186)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,502 miles
    Test number
    689143539842
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  9. Pass76,316 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    76,316 miles
    Test number
    935771135207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail76,316 miles (+7,300)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,316 miles
    Test number
    496984985943
    • Repaired at testFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  11. Pass69,016 miles (+4,007)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2017
    Odometer
    69,016 miles
    Test number
    412167506181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass65,009 miles (+9,512)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    65,009 miles
    Test number
    399852715492
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  13. Pass55,497 miles (+6,613)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    55,497 miles
    Test number
    869242814208
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  14. Pass48,884 miles (+4,287)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    48,884 miles
    Test number
    526176033294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail44,597 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,597 miles
    Test number
    609287432238
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  16. Pass44,597 miles (+5,444)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    44,597 miles
    Test number
    938017132228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass39,153 miles1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    39,153 miles
    Test number
    828643741229
    • DangerousAdvise rear brakes are very unevenly worn advise investigation
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Fail39,153 miles (+10,823)1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,153 miles
    Test number
    905583541215
    • DangerousAdvise rear brakes are very unevenly worn advise investigation
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass28,330 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    28,330 miles
    Test number
    254531730271
    • NoteSlight bind on near side rear brake

Questions about LB57 LAU

Does LB57 LAU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB57 LAU expired on 17 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB57 LAU?
The MOT on LB57 LAU expired on 17 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB57 LAU done?
LB57 LAU was recorded at 98,262 miles at its MOT on 18 Apr 2023, an average of 5,523 miles a year.
Has LB57 LAU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB57 LAU has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on LB57 LAU ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LB57 LAU find?
LB57 LAU passed its latest MOT on 18 Apr 2023 with 1 advisory: nearside rear wheel bearing has slight play.

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